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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairns from £514

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to Cairns departing on 29/7. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 09:20
EDI
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CNS
61h 40m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 09:40
CNS
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EDI
51h 05m
3 stops
£1,284Multiple Airlines
Fri, 21 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
20:55 - 22:35
EDI
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CNS
39h 40m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:05 - 19:05
CNS
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EDI
41h 00m
2 stops
£1,352Qantas Airways
Sat, 14 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:55 - 17:00
EDI
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CNS
48h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:15 - 06:25
CNS
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EDI
45h 10m
2 stops
£1,370Multiple Airlines
Fri, 21 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 11:15
EDI
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CNS
28h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:45 - 20:05
CNS
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EDI
37h 20m
2 stops
£1,489Multiple Airlines
Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 09:50
EDI
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CNS
57h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:50 - 15:55
CNS
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EDI
42h 05m
3 stops
£1,515Multiple Airlines
Fri, 21 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:55 - 23:20
EDI
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CNS
30h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 15:55
CNS
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EDI
33h 20m
3 stops
£1,545Multiple Airlines
Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 22:30
EDI
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CNS
68h 35m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 15:55
CNS
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EDI
33h 20m
3 stops
£1,589Multiple Airlines
Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 12:55
EDI
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CNS
29h 55m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 20:05
CNS
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EDI
40h 30m
2 stops
£2,202Emirates
Fri, 21 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug

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EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 21/8

10:40-09:20

3 stops61h 40m

Cairns

Fri 28/8

15:35-09:40

3 stops51h 05m

£1,284

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 14/11

20:55-22:35

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Wed 18/11

12:05-19:05

2 stops41h 00m

£1,352

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 21/8

07:55-17:00

2 stops48h 05m

Cairns

Fri 28/8

18:15-06:25

2 stops45h 10m

£1,370

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 27/8

22:00-11:15

2 stops28h 15m

Cairns

Thu 3/9

15:45-20:05

2 stops37h 20m

£1,489

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 21/8

15:10-09:50

2 stops57h 40m

Cairns

Fri 28/8

06:50-15:55

3 stops42h 05m

£1,515
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 27/8

07:55-23:20

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Thu 3/9

15:35-15:55

3 stops33h 20m

£1,545

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 27/8

16:55-22:30

3 stops68h 35m

Cairns

Thu 3/9

15:35-15:55

3 stops33h 20m

£1,589

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 21/8

22:00-12:55

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Fri 28/8

12:35-20:05

2 stops40h 30m

£2,202
Cheapest one-way

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 29/7

07:20-20:15

3 stops51h 55m

£514

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 29/7

07:55-09:50

2 stops40h 55m

£966

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in March, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Edinburgh to Cairns during January average around £0.

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Cheap Edinburgh to Cairns (EDI to CNS) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

32h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cairns takes 32h 05m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Cairns

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns is 9282.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 32h 05m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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